Distance from Charlotte to Chicago by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Charlotte (NC) to Chicago (IL) is 588 miles or 945 kilometers or 510 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Charlotte to Chicago is 745 miles (1200 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 157 miles or 255 km.
Flight distance from Charlotte, NC to Chicago, IL in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Charlotte and Chicago is 588 miles or 945 km.The nearest airport to Charlotte, is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and the nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
What is the average flight time from Charlotte to Chicago?
Flight time from Charlotte, NC to Chicago, IL is 1 hours 21 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Charlotte to Chicago Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Charlotte, NC and Chicago, ILThis map shows the distance from Charlotte, NC, Usa to Chicago, IL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Charlotte, North Carolina to Chicago, Illinois is displayed below.
Driving distance from Charlotte, NC to Chicago, IL
The driving distance from Charlotte, North Carolina to Chicago, Illinois is 745 miles or 1200 km.
The total driving distance from Charlotte, NC to Chicago, IL is 745 miles or 1200 kilometers. Your trip begins in Charlotte, North Carolina. It ends in Chicago, Illinois.
The driving distance from Charlotte, North Carolina to Chicago, Illinois is approximately 745 miles (1200 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 14 to 15 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Charlotte, NC to Chicago, IL
How long is the drive from Charlotte, NC to Chicago, IL?The total driving time is 14 hours, 27 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Charlotte to Chicago take?
Charlotte and Chicago are 14 hours 27 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.
Time Difference between Charlotte and Chicago
Time difference between Charlotte (NC) and Chicago (IL) is 1 Hours.
Chicago time is 1 Hours behind Charlotte.
| Current local time in Charlotte | Current local time in Chicago |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-19, 14:01:22 EST | 2025-12-19, 13:01:22 CST |
How Far is it Between Charlotte North Carolina, USA and Chicago Illinois, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Charlotte, NC and Chicago, IL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 745 mi | 1200 km | 646.96 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 588 mi | 945 km | 510 nmi |
| Difference | 157 mi | 255 km | 136 nmi |
Charlotte Details
Charlotte is located in North Carolina, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 35° 13' 37.5'' Longitude: W 80° 50' 35.3'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 35.22709 |
| Longitude | -80.84313 |
| State | North Carolina |
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Chicago Details
Chicago is located in Illinois, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 41° 50' 15.2'' Longitude: W 87° 40' 54.6'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 41.83755 |
| Longitude | -87.68184 |
| State | Illinois |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Charlotte, NC and Chicago, IL
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 25 hours 0 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 18 hours 45 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 16 hours 40 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 15 hours 0 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 13 hours 38 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 12 hours 30 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 11 hours 32 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 10 hours 42 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 10 hours 0 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 9 hours 22 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 8 hours 49 minutes |